Derek and Amber met by fate—or, more accurately, by swiping right on Bumble. What started as a simple swipe quickly turned into something magical, sparking a connection that neither of them saw coming. Little did they know, this chance encounter would lead to a love story they’ll cherish forever.

Derek spent months planning the perfect proposal for Amber, though keeping secrets from her was never his strong suit—she saw through him almost immediately. On the big day, he drove her to Eagle Rock Reservation. It rained heavily the entire way, but as soon as they arrived, the skies cleared. Derek pulled out two heartfelt pages of promises he had written for Amber, and as he read, she began to cry tears of joy. Anticipating this, Derek had a bag ready with tissues and makeup wipes. Later, they were joined by friends and family to celebrate the momentous occasion!

The day after their engagement, Derek and Amber were whisked away to New York City for a special engagement shoot with their favorite photographer. They started at John’s Pizzeria, the spot where Derek had first asked Amber to be his girlfriend back in 2021. This pizzeria holds a special place in their hearts as it’s where they always return for dinner and drinks on city date nights. Capturing this moment at one of their most cherished landmarks felt truly meaningful. Afterwards, they strolled around the Metropolitan Museum of Art, affectionately known as the Met. They had the time of their lives exploring, snapping photos, and taking in the art. With their mutual love for art, the museum was the perfect backdrop to celebrate their forever love. To them, their love is art, timeless and inspiring.